Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) Metro NY Chapter

🎓 Calling all NY(C) + Tri-state Area students – 2026 Scholarship Opportunity!

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📣 Take the next step in sharing your story, research, and passion at this year’s FANHS Conference!

NYC CHAPTER EXCEPTION: 
If you’re applying under the New York City jurisdiction, you can still apply until ⚠️ Monday, April 20 EST!!⚠️ 

📝 Eligibility:
• Open to all high school, community college, and undergraduate students of Filipino descent
• Must be a first-time awardee planning to attend the conference
• Priority given to active FANHS members (Student, Individual, or Family), but not necessary

📝 Requirements:
• Submit a project proposal and prepare a 10-minute presentation on Filipino American history.

📅  Key Dates:
• Scholarship application submission due Monday, April 20, 2026 @ 12 PM (EST)
• Application notification around April 30, 2026  
• Recognition at the 2026 FANHS Conference Gala
📍 Conference: FANHS PiNoise on the Potomac | July 22–25, 2026 | Arlington, VA

✨Apply now through the link in bio!

Give us a follow for ongoing membership benefits, events, and scholarship opportunities, especially for Filipino American History Month in October.

in collaboration with .of.Chow’s Unapologetically Asian Gala on Monday, April 13th, we’re honored to serve as a community partner, spotlighting and celebrating the Gala’s Filipino/a/x American creatives making it happen 🎉

We’re so stoked to showcase the amazing and talented !!

who has photographed our community award ceremony at , various NYC community partner events, and is recently featured on ’s “Filipino ka-ba?” series! 👀

Caitlyn Gaurano is a Brooklyn-based Filipina American photographer capturing love, identity, and human connection with warmth and intention. Rooted in documentary realism and editorial sensibility, her work blends nostalgia, fashion, and feeling.

Whether photographing weddings through , leading creative community with .co, or crafting personal projects centered on self-worth and resistance, Caitlyn tells stories that feel soulful. She believes beauty is expansive, love is layered, and the most powerful images are the ones that feel like home.

Come see Caitlyn in her element, check out her photography (who doesn't love love?!), and book your next big event with her! ⭐️

📅 IN ONE WEEK: Monday, April 13 @ 6 PM
📍, Downtown Brooklyn
🎟️ RSVP and get your tix today! Link in our bio! 

FANHSMNY members receive a 25% discount
(PM us or sign up for membership today!)

in collaboration with .of.Chow’s Unapologetically Asian Gala on Monday, April 13th, we’re honored to serve as a community partner, spotlighting and celebrating the Gala’s Filipino/a/x American artists and creatives who are making it happen, as we kick off the event! 🎉

Meet the Gala’s videographer ! 🎥🎬🎞️

Josh is a HoC collaborator, documentarian, and New Jersey–based videographer with nearly 15 years of experience in dance media. A respected pillar of the breaking community, his work has consistently highlighted the depth, energy, and global reach of the genre.

Through his work with , Josh has helped document and amplify the breaking scene at both the national and international levels, creating space for stories, battles, and voices to be seen and remembered. Hes focused on the craft and always documenting the moment. ✨

Meet Josh at the Gala + check out his sick moves with a follow!

📅 Monday, April 13 @ 6 PM (one week left!!)
 📍, Downtown Brooklyn
 🎟️ RSVP and get your tix today! Link in our bio! 

FANHSMNY members receive a 25% discount 

in collaboration with .of.Chow’s Unapologetically Asian Gala on Monday, April 13th, we’re honored to serve as a community partner, spotlighting and celebrating the Gala’s Filipino/a/x American creatives who are making it happen, as we kick off the event! 🎉

Meet the Gala’s videographer ! 🎥🎬🎞️

HoC collaborator and media producer, MJ is an NYC and LA-based director rooted in the Bronx, with a movement-driven approach to storytelling. He has been behind the camera since 2007, with over a decade of experience across dance, fashion, and cultural work.

His work spans videography, photography, and production, and he collaborates with global brands and leading media outlets for some of the East Coast’s most influential dance organizations. As founder of Studio and creative partner with , MJ is committed to telling stories that are forward-thinking.

Through film, music, and street photography, his personal projects explore identity, movement, and community. MJ a follow!✨

📅 Monday, April 13 @ 6 PM
📍, Downtown Brooklyn
🎟️ RSVP and get your tix today! Link in our bio!

FANHSMNY members get 25% off tix

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in collaboration with .of.Chow’s Unapologetically Asian Gala on Monday, April 13th, we’re honored to serve as a community partner, spotlighting the Gala's Filipino/a/x American artists and creatives as we kick off the event 🎉

Meet HoC Gala DJ .ladykatie  ✨

With over 10 years of professional experience in the dance and entertainment industries, DJ Lady Katie brings a dynamic range of styles from Ballroom to Street Dance and everything in between. She has had the honor of working with acclaimed choreographers such as .torres.official & company, , , , & , , and many more.

DJ Lady Katie has been showcased on major television platforms including ’s 106 & Park, , and . Her performance credits include companies such as Ladies of Hip Hop, Full Circle, KR3T’S, La Santa Luz. She has also worked alongside legendary artists including , , , , and other legends

Come dance at the Gala and celebrate our vibrant community partner, House of Chow + their awardees! 🎶💃

📅 Monday, April 13 @ 6 PM
📍 , Downtown Brooklyn
🎟️ RSVP and get your tix today! Link in our bio!

in collaboration with .of.Chow’s Unapologetically Asian Gala on Monday, April 13th, we’re honored to serve as a community partner, spotlighting and celebrating Filipino/a/x artists and creatives as we kick off the event! 🎉

We’re thrilled to feature 🎧✨

With over two decades behind the decks, DJ BLES-SED is known for her smooth, intentional mixing and deep-rooted love for record culture. Starting in Vancouver, BC, she built her foundation digging and spinning vinyl, eventually sharing her signature soulful sound with audiences across Canada, the U.S., Asia, and Mexico.

Throughout her career, she’s shared the stage with iconic artists like , , , , , , , , , , , and — a testament to her respect within the culture and craft.

A true lover of 7-inch vinyl, she brings a distinct energy to every set, blending R&B, soul, hip-hop, funk, boogie, disco, and more. With a style that effortlessly connects eras and influences, DJ Bles-sed continues to move crowds while bridging generations and sounds with style.

Come for (and be blessed by!) the legendary energy DJ BLES-SED brings to the Gala and celebrate with our community partner, House of Chow and their awardees 🎶

📅 Monday, April 13 @ 6 PM
📍 , Downtown Brooklyn
🎟️ RSVP and get your tix today! Link in our bio!

in collaboration with .of.Chow’s Unapologetically Asian Gala on Monday, April 13th, we’re honored to serve as a community partner, spotlighting and celebrating Filipino/a/x American artists and creatives as we kick off the event! 🎉

Nikki ( ) HoC performer and team member,  is a long-time street dance practitioner and culture bearer from the Bay Area, a forever student of street dance and culture.

She began her journey in the mid-2000s, shaped by years of dedicated training, traveling, and learning from pioneers and respected figures within the community. From immersive camps to countless workshops, her focus has always been on understanding the foundations, histories, and nuances of each dance style.

Nikki’s passion extends into organizing battles, producing workshops, and creating spaces for others to learn directly from original voices; always rooted in preservation while contributing to the culture’s growth.

Grounded in history, fueled by community, and always evolving ✨

📅 Monday, April 13 @ 6 PM
📍, Downtown Brooklyn
🎟️ RSVP and get your tix today! Link in our bio! 

in collaboration with .of.chow ’s Unapologetically Asian Gala on Monday, April 13th, we’re honored to serve as a community partner, spotlighting and celebrating Filipino/a/x American artists and creatives as we kick off the event! 🎉

📣 We’re proud to celebrate long-time community member as House of Chow’s 2026 Unapologetically Asian Awardee 🎧✨

The first woman ever to DJ on Broadway, this Fil-Am NYC-born creative is a powerhouse producer, host, author, and composer for having performed alongside countless music legends like .bono, , , and more. 

From co-producing with x to DJing the VMAs and serving as Artist in Residence at , her impact spans 60+ shows, music, theater, and culture.  She’s been featured on &

A double mastectomy cancer survivor and “Music Missionary,” she’s now launching The Bigger C — a movement using creativity as a powerful healing force for hospice patients, cancer survivors, and underserved communities.

Come celebrate the amazing awardee!!

📅 Monday, April 13 @ 6 PM
📍, Downtown Brooklyn
🎟️ RSVP and get your tix today! Link in our bio! 

In collaboration with .of.Chow ’s Unapologetically Asian Gala on Monday, April 13th, we’re honored to serve as a community partner, spotlighting and celebrating the gala's Filipino/a/x American artists and creatives! 🎉

Meet , a Bronx-born dancer, choreographer, and community leader, who will be House of Chow’s Unapologetically Asian Gala evening’s MC! 

Janice has extensive training across multiple dance styles and has performed and collaborated with renowned artists internationally. Her choreography has been featured at major arts venues. In addition to her dance career, she holds degrees in Biology, Dance, and Nursing, and works as a registered nurse. Through her nonprofit, , she combines dance and healthcare to address public health disparities.

She has collaborated with renowned artists such as , Kwikstep  & the , , , and , and has presented her choreographic work at notable venues including , , ,, and

Come join for an unforgettable gala experience guided by HoC’s amazing MC on Monday, April 13th at Hana House! 🎉 🎉

📅 Monday, April 13 @ 6 PM
📍, Downtown Brooklyn
🎟️ RSVP and get your tix today! Link in our bio! 

(PM us if you’d like a discount code)

📣Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating 11 powerful years at the intersection of Asian heritage and Hip-Hop culture. We’re thrilled to be a community partner for .of.chow’s annual Unapologetically Asian Gala! 

📅 Monday, April 13 @ 6 PM
📍 , Downtown Brooklyn
🎟️ RSVP and get your tix today! Link in our bio! 

The night will feature electrifying performances, heartfelt speeches, and a celebration of iconic figures who have paved the way for Asians in Hip-Hop culture. House of Chow will be honoring , the first woman DJ on Broadway, and , a renowned graffiti artist from Japan. This year, they are also introducing a new award: The Tae-Hong Choi Award, honoring , the first Asian woman in Hip-Hop! To celebrate alongside HoC we’ll be featuring the incredible Filipino/a/x artists and creatives of the Gala! 

Come connect with a vibrant community, deepen your understanding of Hip-Hop’s roots, and experience what it truly means to be Unapologetically Asian. 

We’ll see you there! 🪩 ✨

FANHS-MNY members receive a discount code if requested via email or DM! 

Join NY Classical Theatre 🎭 This Sunday, November 9
✨ An Afternoon of New Visions and New Voices ✨

Featuring Filipino-American playwright Amanda L. Andrei! Amanda’s work draws on her heritage and family history to explore themes of power, identity, and survival, connecting the stories of the past to the experiences of the Filipino diaspora today.

Experience New Visions, NY Classical’s play development program expanding and challenging the classical canon.

🍷 4:30 PM — Ticketed Reception at Juniper Bar
Mix and mingle with NY Classical’s creative team over drinks, bites, and conversation. Premiere Supporter guests also enjoy reserved seating at the presentation.

🎟️ 6:00 PM — Public Presentation at Pearl Studios
500 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY 10018
Experience Hecuba and Polyxena, a haunting, surreal adaptation inspired by Euripides’ Hecuba and the American eugenics movement; centering on a Filipino mother and baker as they navigate grief, survival, and sacrifice.

🔗 Tickets & details - link in bio